The mysterious death of actor Yu Menglong has been followed by a flood of rumors and revelations. Attention has turned again to actor Qiao Renliang, whose death years ago remains unresolved. Observers recently noted that television dramas aired near the times of their deaths contain plotlines strikingly similar to real events, fueling speculation that their passings were anything but accidental.
Yu Menglong and Yu Jin Chang’an
After Yu’s demise, various theories circulated—some even claiming he was sacrificed to extend the life of top leaders. Intriguingly, the drama Yu Jin Chang’an, written by Ji Guangguang, reportedly added a plot in which an emperor uses a crown prince as a sacrificial substitute in order to absorb disaster and prolong his own life.
According to Baidu Encyclopedia, Yu Jin Chang’an premiered on iQiyi on Aug. 24, adapted from a novel by Jiu Lu Fei Xiang. Ji Guangguang is credited as lead screenwriter; in adapting the novel, he allegedly inserted a sacrificial scene not in the original text—a move that has raised chilling implications.
In the drama, the emperor appoints Prince Su Muyang, not to inherit the throne, but to be sacrificed in his stead. On the scheduled day, a ritual altar is prepared, timing is calibrated, and the plan is to have his son delivered and have his heart excised. The scheme fails, but the prince turns ruthless—embracing ambition, greed, and tragedy.
Media analyst Li Dayu highlights two uncanny overlaps with Yu’s case. First, the drama’s theme of blood‑relative sacrifice mirrors rumors that Yu was destined to absorb misfortune for someone else’s benefit. Second, the drama is saturated with betrayal, power plays, and moral darkness—qualities some say reflect the drama writer’s own narrative inclinations.
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Li notes that Yu Jin Chang’an debuted on Aug. 24, shortly before Yu’s death, leading him to suspect that the series may conceal secrets about Yu’s fate.
It is claimed that Ji Guangguang’s real name is Li Ming, son of Li Xiaoyong (second son of former Premier Li Peng) and Ye Xiaoyan (granddaughter of General Ye Ting). Reports suggest Li Ming resembles Ye Xiaoyan. As a descendant of political privilege, some view his alleged involvement in Yu’s fate as less surprising.
After Yu’s fall, two Rolex watches were found on his person. Feng shui master Ma Xian interpreted them as items with concentric designs commonly used in ritual offerings. Ma further notes that Yu Menglong and Xi Jinping share the same birthday—June 15—and that 2025 is Xi’s zodiac year—leading to speculation that Yu may have been chosen to absorb misfortune. Interestingly, Qiao Renliang’s birthday, October 15, matches that of Xi Zhongxun, Xi’s father, prompting further conjecture about familial ties.
Qiao Renliang and Princess Agents
Qiao Renliang died on Sept.16, 2016. Some online rumors allege he was tortured to death by Wang Sicong (son of billionaire Wang Jianlin), with his body dismembered. Suspects have included Wang Sicong, Lin Gengxin, and Zhao Wei. Zhao Wei once joked in a program that she had killed someone; netizens interpreted the remark as possibly sinister rather than comedic.
At the time, the drama Princess Agents was in production (May 30 – Oct. 31, 2016) and later aired in June 2017. Produced by Ciwen Media and Keton Media, directed by Wu Jinyuan, and written by Jia Wen, Yang Tao, and others, it stars Zhao Liying, Lin Gengxin, Dou Xiao. Based on the novel 11 Agents Royal Concubine, it follows Chu Qiao’s journey through betrayal, loyalty, love, and intrigues in a chaotic age.
The X user “News Investigation” claims the series was purposefully shot to mirror Qiao’s death and posted multiple analyses. In the show, the male lead (Dou Xiao) resembles Qiao, while the second male lead (Lin Gengxin) is betrayed and drowned—some interpret this as symbolic retribution. Some netizens even name Lin Gengxin as a suspect in Qiao’s case. Viewers also note that Princess Agents sounds like “remove Qiao” (除乔), and Yu Jin Chang’an may imply “Yu offered to emperor.” One comment observed: Xi Zhongxun was born October 15; Qiao also October 15. Xi Jinping was born June 15; Yu Menglong June 15. Critics speculated Jiguang Guang is from a “demonic lineage,” saying darkness runs in his blood. Others claimed: “A godless regime now experiments with sacrificial cults—proof that it is unraveling!”
